Grants up for grabs in community democracy project
/Partick and Thornwood Ideas Fund opening for applications from 1st to the 14th September 2021.
Partick and Thornwood Ideas Fund is back for Autumn 2021! The Ideas Fund is a participatory budgeting (PB) project funded by the Scottish Government’s Investing in Communities Fund. Residents (individuals or groups) can apply to fund an idea that will benefit the local area; individuals can apply for up to £500 and groups for up to £1000. Ideas are limitless but must benefit the local community. In turn residents are encouraged to cast three votes for their favourite ideas, with the most popular ultimately being awarded the grants.
The Ideas Fund will be open for applications from the 1st to the 14th of September, with applicant guidance sessions held for anyone who would like further support, see dates and venue below. Community voting will be open from the 21st to the 28th, with the aim of funds being dispersed to the successful applicants by the 5th of October. Perfect for any groups looking to hold special events during half-term week!
PB allows citizens to play a direct role in deciding how and where resources should be spent. These programs create opportunities for engaging, educating, and empowering citizens, which can foster a more cohesive and just community.
Previous successful ideas have ranged from activities for a sheltered housing complex, running costs for men’s groups, equipment for outdoor growing projects, to vital equipment for art and knitting groups, so the world is your oyster!
To find out more come along to a Application Information Session to ask any questions and receive guidance about the application process.
Dates
Saturday 4th September 1:00 - 4:00pm
Monday 6th September 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Venue
McCartney Hall, The Annexe Healthy Living Centre, 9a Stewartville Street Partick, Glasgow G11 5PE
For further information please contact Daisy at daisy.thomson@annexecommunities.org.uk or on 0141 2123982 (Tues - Fri)
